Explain the 12 basic principles of Animation

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The 12 basic principles of Animation are fundamental techniques used in creating animated sequences.

Squash and Stretch: Gives a sense of weight and flexibility to objects.
Anticipation: Prepares the audience for an action.
Staging: Directs the audience's attention to the most important elements.
Straight Ahead Action and Pose to Pose: Two different approaches to creating animation.
Follow Through and Overlapping Action: Adds realism and fluidity to movement.
Slow In and Slow Out: Objects accelerate and decelerate to create a more natural motion.
Arcs: Objects follow curved paths for smoother and more appealing movement.
Secondary Action: Supports the main action and adds depth to the animation.
Timing: Determines the speed and rhythm of actions.
Exaggeration: Enhances the appeal and impact of the animation.
Solid Drawing: Depicts objects with three-dimensional volume and weight.
Appeal: Makes characters and objects visually appealing and interesting.